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FUNCTION INFORMATION - 2021 – 2023
Contents NORTH ISLAND
NEW ZEALAND
2 The story of Hobbiton Movie Set
3 Hobbiton Movie Set tour
4 The Green Dragon Inn
5 Evening Banquet Tour MATAMATA
6 Party Marquee Auckland Home of
(International Airport) Hobbiton Movie Set
2 hours
7 The Millhouse
8 The Marketplace Hamilton
(Domestic Airport) Tauranga
9 Hobbiton Gardens & Yard Flat 45 minutes 45 minutes
10 Special Events
Rotorua
Waitomo (International Airport)
11 Hobbiton Hub
1½ hours 45 minutes
12 Venue pricing and information
Taupo
13 Terms, conditions and cancellation policies 1½ hours
Retail rates and valid until 31 March 2023
Open every day (excluding Christmas day)
SHIRE TOURS, SHIRE’S REST, GREEN DRAGON, HOBBITON, MIDDLE-EARTH
Wellington
and SOUTHFARTHING are registered trademarks of The Saul Zaentz Company (International Airport)
and are used under license by Rings Scenic Tours Limited and Wingnut Films
Productions Limited, which are independently owned and operated.
6 hours
Introduction
I f The Shire™ is at the heart of The Lord of the Rings,
then the Hamilton and Waikato region is at the heart
of The Shire.
When scouting around for settings for his epic three movie adaptation
of The Lord of the Rings Trilogy, Kiwi Director Sir Peter Jackson found
just what he was looking for in the green paddocks of the Waikato just
outside Matamata.
The bucolic setting for The Shire, home of the Hobbits, including Bag
End, was right there, and just waiting for his magical director’s touch.
Whilst the cast and crew have gone, the visitor today can easily imagine
Hobbits going about their business, as well as being a tribute to the
Kiwi film-makers and artists who created it.
Visiting Matamata and the Hobbiton™ Movie Set is not just all about
Hobbits though. Hobbiton Movie Set is located on a working farm and
allows visitors not only to ‘walk in the footsteps of Hobbits’ but to also
discover the true rural diversity of the area.
This manual offers a true taste of New Zealand with tours developed by
New Zealanders for visitors from around the world.
1
The story of Hobbiton Movie Set
I n 1998, Sir Peter Jackson’s team of location scouts were searching for the iconic rolling hills and
lush green pastures of Hobbiton™. An aerial search led them to the Alexander farm, a stunning
1,250 acre sheep farm in the heart of the Waikato.
They noted the area’s striking similarity to The Shire™, as described by JRR Tolkien, and quickly realised that the Hobbits had
found a home.
In one particular part of the farm, a magnificent pine tree towered over a nearby lake, adjacent to a rising hill. Bag End now
sits atop that hill, overlooking the Party Tree, as that pine would later be known. The surrounding areas were untouched; no
power lines, no buildings and no roads in sight. This meant that Sir Peter Jackson could leave the 20th century behind, and
fully submerge himself in the fantasy world of Middle-earth™.
In March 1999 the crew began the nine month quest to bring the ideas for Hobbiton to fruition; help was provided by the
New Zealand Army, and soon 39 temporary Hobbit Holes™ were scattered across the 12 acre plot used for the set. Secrecy
was key, and strict security measures were put in place by the production company throughout construction and filming.
Filming commenced in December 1999, and it took around three months to get a
wrap on The Shire.
After an initial attempt at demolition, 17 bare plywood facades remained. These
shells would serve as the catalyst that propelled Hobbiton forward into the public
eye, with tours commencing in 2002.
In 2009, Sir Peter Jackson returned to film The Hobbit Trilogy, and he left behind the
beautiful movie set you’ll see today; 44 permanently reconstructed Hobbit Holes, in
the same fantastic detail seen in the movies. There’s an abundance of movie magic
nestled inside the fully operational farm.
© 2013 Warner Bros. Ent ™ Saul Zaentz Co.
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Hobbiton Movie Set Tour Retail rates per person
GST inclusive Valid from 1 April 20 - 31 March 23
T
Adult (17yrs +) $89.00
he Hobbiton Movie Set Tour is an essential stop on the
itinerary for all visitors travelling through New Zealand, Youth (9-16yrs) $44.00
offering an interesting and entertaining experience incorporating Child (0-8yrs) FOC
the famous film set and an insight into rural life.
Your tour starts with a drive through a picturesque 1,250 acre working
Tours operate daily
sheep farm (there are 13,000 sheep and 300 beef cattle on the property) with Departing: The Shire’s Rest, 501 Buckland
spectacular views across to the Kaimai Ranges. Road, Hinuera, Matamata
Times: For all groups, we will assign one of
Your tour guide will escort you through the 12 acre site recounting fascinating
our guides to your coach so there are no
details on how the Hobbiton Movie Set was created. time constraints, we will work into your
After your tour of the film set your host will then return you to The Shire’s Rest travelling itinerary.
with the opportunity to visit the Shire Store. Duration: two hours approximately
3
The Green Dragon™ Inn
VENUE INFORMATION Capacity information
The Green Dragon™ Inn was the meeting place for all residents of Hobbiton™, GREEN DRAGON INN
who would gather in the warm surroundings of the bar to chatter about the Seated 80
day’s events. The quality of the ale and food was renowned throughout The
Shire™. Cocktail 200
Since 2012, we have been privileged to present The Green Dragon Inn as part PARTY MARQUEE
of our experience. The Green Dragon Inn is an exceptional example of expert
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craftsmanship. Step inside the masterfully recreated pub, where the barrels
are filled with our exclusive Southfarthing™ ale, stout, cider and ginger beer, a Cocktail 350
perfect match to any feast in The Shire.
GREEN DRAGON INN & PARTY MARQUEE
We have a delectable range of food available from our professional in-house
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catering staff, covering everything from canapés to a banquet feast fit for a
Hobbit. Cocktail 550
The Green Dragon Inn is fully themed with indoor and outdoor fireplaces
Venues available in conjunction with a
encouraging your guests to spread out into the Bywater beer garden beneath Hobbiton Movie Set tour. *Maximum
the glowing lanterns. numbers, per head, per room.
The Green Dragon Inn is only available for
exclusive use in the evening after the last tour
of the day.
Minimum spend:
$5,000 from 01 April - 31 October
$10,000 from 01 November - 31 March.
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Evening Banquet Tour
Experience Hobbiton™ Movie Set as you have never seen it before with a Banquet Tour retail rates
guided tour through The Shire™ at dusk. Your guide escorts you through the GST inclusive Valid from 1 April 20 - 31 March 23
12 acre site, recounting fascinating stories and anecdotes about the trilogies.
The tour concludes at The Green Dragon™ Inn with a complimentary beverage Adult (17yrs +) $199.00
from our exclusive Hobbit Southfarthing™ range. The guests will then be Youth (9-16yrs) $162.00
moved through into The Green Dragon dining room and treated to a banquet
feast fit for a Hobbit. The tables will be heaving with traditional Hobbit fare Child (5-8yrs) $104.00
and, as is the tradition in the Shire, second helpings are encouraged.
Infant (0-4yrs) FOC
To conclude this premium Hobbiton Movie Set experience, after dinner the
guests will re-join their guide to make their way back through the wandering Tour times
paths of The Shire. The trails will be illuminated by path lighting and handheld Times: Departure times vary by time of year.
lanterns will be provided amongst the guests to help light the way. This Check our website for departure times for
stunning journey under moonlight will travel through the village breathtakingly your preferred date.
lit up with Hobbit hole chimneys smoking and lanterns glowing in the darkness. Duration: four hours approximately from The
Shire’s Rest with extended timing for private
functions on request.
“The food was unreal! It looked awesome how it was presented, it tasted fantastic
and we really felt like we had been transported into Middle-earth. Really, the whole
experience blew everyone away – some staff said they had high expectations, and
Capacity information
they were indeed exceeded!”
Alana Dresner, House of Travel GREEN DRAGON INN
Seated 48*
*Can be increased for private functions upon
request
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The Party Marquee
VENUE INFORMATION Capacity information
The Party Marquee is a fully themed, spacious location for large groups. The GREEN DRAGON INN
painted canvas exterior, vibrant bunting and colourful lanterns means your Seated 80
group will be immersed in the festive magic of the movies.
The Party Marquee is adjacent to The Green Dragon™ Inn, with the garden bar Cocktail 200
outside overlooking the Hobbiton™ Movie Set, providing an exquisite view for PARTY MARQUEE
all our guests.
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Like The Green Dragon Inn, the marquee has a fully licensed bar and catering is
tailored to your event by our professional in house team. Cocktail 350
GREEN DRAGON INN & PARTY MARQUEE
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“I rate the planning, function, guides, hospitality and catering as excellent! The
attention to detail and friendliness of the whole organisation deserves to be Cocktail 550
complimented.”
Venues available in conjunction with a
Debbie Hamlin, GE Healthcare
Hobbiton Movie Set tour. *Maximum
numbers, per head, per room.
“I have to say we were all blown away by the experience which was above all my The Green Dragon Inn is only available for
expectations, definitely a function to be remembered!” exclusive use in the evening after the last tour
Darilyn Kane, University of Auckland Business School of the day.
Minimum spend:
$5,000 year round.
6NEW!
The Millhouse
The Millhouse is an exciting addition to Hobbiton™ Movie Set, providing a Capacity information
warm and welcoming environment to host intimate gathering of up to 48
guests. THE MILLHOUSE
Situated in the heart of the Shire™, across the water from The Green Dragon™ Seated 32
Inn, The Millhouse is a fully themed stand alone venue. Filled with Sandyman’s
Banquet 32
flour sacks and exposed cogs that drive the waterwheel, this venue has Middle-
earth™ atmosphere with an industrial twist. Cocktail 48
Like The Green Dragon Inn, The Millhouse has a fully licensed bar and catering Theatre Style 48
is provided by our professional team, prepared in the venue’s kitchen.
Venues available in conjunction with a
Flexible dining and seating configurations are tailored to suit your specific needs Hobbiton Movie Set tour. *Maximum
with menus designed to capture the taste of The Shire and complement the numbers, per head, per room.
unique space. The Green Dragon Inn is only available for
exclusive use in the evening after the last tour
of the day.
$1,000 day hire
$5,000 evening hire minimum spend
7The Marketplace
The Marketplace is a bustling, vibrant experience to tantalise the senses of your Capacity information
visitors. Guests will find themselves engulfed in the sights, smells, sounds and
tastes of The Shire™. THE MARKETPLACE
Situated by the Mill and a short stroll across the double arch stone bridge from Cocktail up to 1000
The Green Dragon™ Inn is the Marketplace. Guests are invited to taste a real
piece of Middle-earth™ from individually themed stalls bursting with traditional Price on application.
Hobbit fare. The market stalls are catered to your guest’s requirements and
can consist of New Zealand cheeses, freshly baked artisan breads, cured meats,
smoked fish, and of course fresh produce from the Hobbiton™ gardens just to
name a few.
Throughout the evening there will be roaming entertainment mingling amongst
the guests. Our visitors are invited to move freely throughout the area and “Our guests raved about the outstanding service
watch the carpenters, horse farriers and puppeteers go about their daily and the delicious food and were mesmerised
life. Among the stalls will be Hobbiton’s handcrafted barrel bars pouring the by the incredible Hobbiton venue and the
exclusive Hobbit Southfarthing™ range, a selection of Middle Earth wines and spectacular water show finale. These guests
various non-alcoholic beverages. have been around the world and are accustomed
to six-star service on-board. They are calling
As the sun sets over Hobbiton™ Movie Set the village will light up and provide
this World Cruise event THE highlight of their
a stunning backdrop for your celebration.
108-day adventure thus far and the best World
The Marketplace is a unique and special experience offered exclusively to Cruise event ever.”
function groups. John Stoll
Vice President – Land Programs at Crystal Cruises
8The Hobbiton Gardens
The Hobbiton gardens are a private and peaceful location in the heart of Capacity information
Hobbiton™. This space is surrounded by the rambling beauty of our gardens,
bursting with vibrant colour. The gardens are a sensational choice for a unique THE HOBBITON GARDENS
networking space, engulfed by the natural beauty of the vegetation, as well as Seated 80
the nearby hillsides littered with the iconic Hobbit Holes.
Cocktail 120
The Hobbiton Gardens are an ideal location to enjoy canapés and drinks before
you carry on your journey through The Shire™.
Yard Flat
Celebrate in true Middle-earth™ style on Yard Flat, our purpose built area built Capacity information
for large incentive groups. Yard Flat has a stunning view overlooking the set
YARD FLAT
and towards the iconic Party Tree. This area is purpose built and can be altered
and adapted to suit your group’s needs. The garden bar stretches out towards Seated 550
the set and comfortably sits on top of the Hobbit holes making for a perfect Cocktail 1000
evening in The Shire.
Venues available in conjunction with a
Yard Flat has been created to comfortably sit a 20x50m marquee which we can
Hobbiton Movie Set tour. *Maximum
hire to put in place for your function. numbers, per head, per room.
Yard Flat requires a marquee to be hired for
use on the evening. Please contact Hobbiton
Movie Set for indicative pricing.
9Special Events
Here at the Hobbiton™ Movie Set we are happy to arrange numerous entertainment options to complete your festivities in The
Shire™. We can offer a wide range of customised entertainment and activities to form your ideal incentive or corporate occasion,
helping you to create a successful event to remember.
We have many options, including:
Hobbiton Movie Set evening lights Interactive entertainment
Enjoy the stunning lights of Hobbiton™ as the perfect backdrop We can offer an extensive range of entertainment to fully
to your evening in The Shire. The Hobbit Holes™ and other immerse your group in Middle-earth™. We offer performances
iconic features have the ability to be lit up spectacularly, glowing including fire-breathers, jugglers and fireworks, to more
in the night sky. interactive fun, including archery and axe-throwing, for the
elves and dwarves that walk amongst us.
This Hobbiton Movie Set experience can also be combined
with an evening tour back through the set. The trails will Water show
be illuminated by path lighting and handheld lanterns will Take your event to the next level with a spectacular water show
be provided amongst the guests to help light the way. This on the Hobbiton Lake. Guests will be wowed as they relive their
stunning journey under moonlight will travel through the village favourite scenes from the trilogies that are projected onto a 40
breathtakingly lit up with Hobbit Hole™ chimneys smoking and foot high water screen in the middle of The Shire. The screening
lanterns glowing against the darkness. can incorporate footage from the movies, special pre-recorded
messages, sound, smoke and lighting effects. Let your guests
Musical entertainment
sit back and enjoy an evening screening in Middle-earth like
We can provide a wide range of musical entertainment to
they’ve never experienced before.
complement your evening in Hobbiton. Whether you choose
to keep in theme, with authentic traditional folk music, or select Please note: inclusion of any scenes and footage from The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit Trilogies
something a little more contemporary, we can find the ideal requires approval from our partners in advance.
artists for you.
10NEW!
The Hub - Conference & Meeting Venue
The Hub is a brand new architectually designed venue situated adjacent to The Capacity information
Shire’s Rest™.
ROMNEY ROOM
The site includes state-of-the-art conference facilities perfect for your next
Banquet 32
small to medium sized business event, nestled in the rolling hills of the Waikato.
The Hub has been designed to complement the rural surrounds, featuring Theatre 50
natural timbers and colours.
Classroom 36
The perfect meeting space before you begin your Middle-earth™ adventure.
ANGUS ROOM
Banquet 48
Theatre 80
Classroom 48
ROMNEY & ANGUS ROOMS COMBINED
Banquet 80
Theatre 130
Classroom 84
Hire costs include use of in-house AV
equipment and labour. Catering options
available at additional cost.
Please see page 13 for pricing.
11Venue Pricing and Information
Hobbiton tour and admission $89.00 per adult (valid until 31 March 2023) please see page 3 for full rates
The Green Dragon™ Inn - day hire N/A
- evening hire $5,000 minimum spend (exclusive use, valid from 01 April - 31 October)
$10,000 minimum spend( (exclusive use, valid from 01 November - 31 March)
The Party Marquee - day hire 25 people minimum (use not exclusive)
- evening hire $5,000 minimum spend (exclusive use)
The Marketplace On application
The Hub Romney room - half day hire $750
- full day hire $1,000
The Hub Angus Room - half day hire $750
- full day hire $1,000
The Hub Combined - half day hire $1,000
- full day hire $1,500
The Millhouse - day hire $1,000
- evening hire $5,000 minimum spend
Catering: all catering is provided in-house by our professional team. Please see attached menu.
Beverages: an extensive Green Dragon Inn beverage list is included in this pack. All beer and cider served at The Green Dragon Inn is
our exclusively crafted range. If you prefer something that is not on our beverage list we are happy to obtain a price for you. We do
not offer BYO.
Transport: a bus will be provided from the car park at the Shire’s Rest™ Cafe to the set free of charge. Transport is available to the
set from your accommodation, please enquire for a price. We do not allow private vehicles into Hobbiton™ Movie Set without prior
arrangement.
Please note: all venues on the Movie Set are only available in conjunction with a Hobbiton Movie Set tour.
12Terms, conditions and cancellation policies
Terms and conditions Host responsibility
• Toilet facilities are available at Shire’s Rest™ Cafe, the entrance to the • If you are intoxicated you may be refused admission
Movie Set and at the Green Dragon™.
• We have a strict host responsibility policy and intoxicated persons
• Menu items and dietary requirements for functions need to be advised may be refused service and asked to leave
at least 72 hours prior.
• Please ask for Health and Safety Policy prior to your event
• Sensible walking footwear is required.
• All prices are retail and in NZ$. Damages
Hobbiton Movie Set will not be held responsible for any losses or
• All prices are GST inclusive. breakages. Clients are responsible for all damages caused to Hobbiton
• Tours and activities operate in all weather conditions, umbrellas are Movie Set’s property and equipment, including any losses, even if
provided in the event of rain. caused by guests of the client. Consultation will be made prior to
• In the event of extreme weather conditions we reserve the right to charging your account.
make alternative tour arrangements.
Cancellation policies
• Please note that no tours are able to access the set without being Reservations may solely be changed or cancelled by contacting our
accompanied by a Hobbiton tour guide. The set is located on private events team via email events@hobbitontours.com or phone
property and is still operated as a working sheep farm. 07 888 1505.
• Foreign language information – Official Tour Guide in ten languages Once you have contacted us, our events team will be able to assist you
(Chinese, French, German, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, with your cancellation and follow this up with an email for both your
Portuguese, Spanish, Thai). and our records.
Reserving your date Any changes to your reservation, in particular your pax after the
To reserve your date we require confirmation in writing and a non- tour date and time have passed will also be treated as a cancellation,
refundable deposit of $1,000 is required. this also includes no shows where the customer has not checked in
for their confirmed reservation and no cancellation notice has been
Final numbers received by our events department.
For catering and operational purposes, final numbers are required at least
72 hours prior. The final numbers will be the minimum number invoiced for. Bookings essential
Phone (64) 7 888 1505
Dietary requirements Freephone 0508 4 HOBBITON
We cater to all dietary requirements. Any dietary requirements that Email events@hobbitontours.com
apply to your group must be advised 72 hours prior to your chosen date. Book online www.hobbitontours.com
13Where the Hobbit Holes™ are hiding
501 Buckland Rd, Hinuera,
Matamata 3472, New Zealand
Phone: (64) 7 888 1505
Freephone: 0508 4 HOBBITON
Email: office@hobbitontours.com
www.hobbitontours.com
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2 hrs
From Hamilton and Cambridge
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MATAMATA From Rotorua
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Hinuera Rd From Tauranga
501 Buckland Rd 24
Hinuera, Matamata
Buckland Rd
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CAMBRIDGE 29 TAURANGA
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1.5 hrs
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